17 problems related to steering column have been reported for the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2006 Nissan Pathfinder based on all problems reported for the 2006 Pathfinder.
At approximately 135000 miles my Pathfinder began making a a grinding sound when I turned my steering wheel left or right. I also noticed that the actual steering wheel was loose and could be moved back and forth. Within a few days I began having great difficulty when making turns while driving. I had my husband check the steering fluid, which was at the recommended level. I then took my Pathfinder to the mechanic to be inspected and find the root of the steering problem. I was informed that my steering column would need to be replaced. The Nissan frontier and xterra has recalls for this exact issue for the same year, but not the Pathfinder. I have 3 children who travel regularly with me in my vehicle. I was informed by the mechanic, that eventually I would lose all steering capability if the steering column in not replaced I find this to be gross negligence on behalf of Nissan. Many complaints for this specific issue have been made, and yet no recall?! this is a safety issue, which could put not only mine, but my children's lives at risk. The replacement cost is around $1500. I hope Nissan does the right thing and issues a recall soon.
Had to have steering column replaced due to it breaking and causing hard steering and no control of wheels. Barely made it home. Also the transmission had to be flushed and by passed due to cooler getting water in transmission. Both of these are safety items and Nissan dealer says not enough complaints about these problems. Cost me $3400 in repairs which had to be done due to safety reasons. The car was in motion each time on freeway and had to stop and get it towed to mechanic because it was unsafe to drive anywhere.
Steering wheel all of a sudden became very difficult to turn regularly when driving/turning. After a couple weeks the steering column became very loose and caused the steering wheel to wobble. When turning the wheel I would notice a severe grinding sound. Upon detailed online research the same occurrence has happened to several 2006 Nissan Pathfinder owners with similar mileage. After taking my car to the Nissan dealership for further investigation we have found that Nissan has issued a service part to correct this issue. My repair will cost an upward of $1300. I feel that Nissan should make this issue a recall as the dealership informed me that if I continued to drive the car the steering wheel would lock up and potentially cause a hazardous accident!! this is a severe issue for myself and others.
Tl-the contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated while driving approximately 20 mph, the steering wheel became difficult to turn and required excessive force in order to continue driving. The vehicle was maneuvered to the side of the road where the engine was turned off. The vehicle was restarted and resumed with the faulty steering. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer for diagnosis. The technician informed that the upper steering shaft column bearings contributed to the steering malfunction. The upper steering shaft column was being replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 74,300. Js.
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving approximately 10 mph, the steering wheel became extremely loose and began to shake with an excessive vibration. The vehicle was inspected by two different independent mechanics who informed the contact that the steering column would need to be replaced. The vehicle was also taken to an authorized dealer for a third opinion and they advised that the steering wheel spiral cable kit would need to be installed. The vehicle had not been repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the defect. The approximate failure mileage was 72,000.
I have noticed that my 2006 Nissan Pathfinder which I bought in September of 2011 has been going bad I can move my steering wheel left to right and it wiggles it also wiggles up and down which is not normal and the steering is not right. It is hard to turn and sometimes it does not want to turn. I can move the steering wheel and jiggle it. I took it to Nissan and they say a bolt in the steering column is stripped and they cant tighten this. I have done some investigating and there has been people complaining of this issue since 2006. Why is nothing being recalled this is nothing that us owners have caused or did it cost me 900. 00 to fix this issue .
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact was driving 50 mph when the steering wheel became loose, making the vehicle hard to control. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer confirmed that the steering column needed replacement. The manufacturer was contacted but the vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 67,794.
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. While driving approximately 55 mph he noticed that the steering column felt loose and was shifting about a quarter inch in each direction. He also noticed that the vehicle seemed to lose power steering while making left and right turns because the steering wheel would become stiff. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop where he was informed that he needed to replace the steering column. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure continued whenever he operated the vehicle. The failure mileage was 75,000 and the current mileage was 84,000.
I have a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder,mileage 54,000 and I complaint the steering wheel column,that is not safe for public because the steering wheel is moving up and down,I make an appointment to the Nissan dealer but the dealer advise me to change the whole part,I want to know why that steering wheel is broken my car is almost 4 years old, and I want to recommend to the national traffic safety administration to review Nissan Pathfinder parts,I think that steering wheel column is not safe,because when I search the google what is steering wheel column,I saw and I read that so many owners complaint for that parts.
2006 Pathfinder steering column issue. Steering goes from wobbly to tight but mostly wobbles. Problem worsening over the course of a few weeks. Gets really hard to steer when it is cold and gets very wobbly when it is warm. Nissan dealer say that at some point I will turn and the wheel will not return to center, but they say it isn't a safety issue. I guess we will have to wait for someone turning to crash into a bus stop or something for them to fix the problem. Well I came close yesterday. I was turn right and after the turn the truck kept turning right. I hit the curb and went up onto the sidewalk. I am just thankful there was no one walking at that spot. I was so scared I turned off the truck and just stood outside for a while.
I have a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder with a loose steering wheel (it can be moved up and down). I had it looked at today by Nissan and was told the whole steering column needs to be replaced. $850. I passed because I couldn't afford it, but they say the steering column is wearing away. I have seen many other complaints of this online and am worried for mine and my children's safety if my vehicle comes to a point where the steering wheel becomes non controllable.
2006 Pathfinder steering column issue. Steering goes from wobbly to tight but mostly wobbles. Problem worsening over the course of a few weeks. Dealership states that bearings are worn out in the column and the only way to repair it is to buy whole new column and coupling for $1300. Nissan refuses to offer any assistance as car is outside of the 3 yr/36,000 waranty. Searched internet and there are many other 2005-2006 Pathfinder owners who have experienced the same issue. . Read more...
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that the steering wheel would exhibit an abnormal noise and would sporadically wobble while driving. The vehicle was taken to the dealer who performed a diagnostic test and confirmed that the steering column would need to be replaced. The contact did not inform the manufacturer of the failure nor was the vehicle repaired. The current mileage was 78,623 and the failure mileage was approximately 67,000.
Approximately sept of 2008, the steering wheel of our 2006 Nissan Pathfinder started becoming extremely hard to turn left or right, almost to the point that I could not turn. I would dread having to make a turn. Then a grinding sound started and a clicking, and has since gone away. Now, our steering wheel can move up and down while we are driving. It is very loose and is becoming a hazard. The cruise also shuts itself off while we are driving. After taking the car to 2 Nissan dealerships and a independent mechanic, we have been told the entire steering column has to be replaced - but Nissan will not replace this or help with the cost - around $800 for parts and labor. The independent mechanic told us there is a safety bulletin on this issue, but not a recall, yet. If this is a known problem with the steering column, shouldn't this be replaced by recall before an accident has happened? we have requested in writing from Nissan that they (Nissan) is refusing to replace this part. I am filing a complaint because this seems to be an issue that Nissan is aware of but is unwilling to resolve it.
The contact owns a 2006 Nissan Pathfinder. The contact stated that while traveling various speeds, the steering wheel shook violently and the contact was not able to turn the vehicle without applying extreme force. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer who stated that the steering angle sensor had broken away from the steering column and the steering column needed to be replaced. The vehicle was to be repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 45,000.
On July 6, 2006 > 5 months after I bought my brand new Nissan Pathfinder le. I was driving when the steering wheel started to tighten. I was on the highway and it was becoming hard for me to turn the steering wheel in either direction to change lanes. Which was scary because I had my children in the car with me. I was able to go straight to the dealer and by the time I got there I could barely turn my steering wheel to the left to turn in. When they examined the car they found the upper bearing in the steering column was shearing and had come apart. I was lucky I was close to the dealership where I purchased the car and not too far away from home or driving on the highway were I could not pull over. They had my car in there over a week and a half which was a big inconvenience because they were having problems locating the part and I was getting a run around about it. I would call and they would not call me back for a day or two. Then I was told they were aware there has been problems with this happening to the new Pathfinders and they had made a newer part for it that would not come apart. So they finally replaced the steering column with a new one and so far it has driven great. It was a bit upsetting to get a brand new car though and in only 5 months I was already having problems.
I bought my 2006 Nissan Pathfinder se new from the dealer. Within the first two months of owning the vehicle, I have experienced the following problems: the back of the passenger front seat fell off. I took it back to the dealer who said there were broken clips. They ordered a new seat-back and installed it. A week or so after this, there was a rattling sound coming from the rear of the vehicle when the rear air was on full-blast. Took it back to the dealer. Dealer replaced a finishing clip and resolved the problem. During this visit to the dealer, I also pointed out how the steering wheel felt loose. They said they couldn't see a problem. Being that this "loose" steering wheel was becoming annoying, I brought it back to the dealer. This time they said they have had complaints with the steering. A tech confirmed my complaint and are now ordering a new steering column.